consumer confidence

Consumer sentiment hit an eight-month low, thanks to the looming threat of tariffs and climbing prices.

On this edition of Stateside, an expected spike in water rates for Metro Detroit residents. Then, the obstacles children in foster care face when getting educational records. Lastly, an explanation on the recent decline in consumer confidence.

Today, a Michigan economist who studies consumer habits talks about what’s going on this holiday season, and the outlook for next year. Also, ecologist David Strayer pulls back the curtain on the most interesting ecosystem you’ve never seen on a poster: life in fresh water.

Today, a University of Michigan economics professor talks about the recent upswing in consumer confidence. Also, Michigan writer, Michael Delp, tells us about his new poetry book titled, The Mad Angler. Plus, with the start of the new school year, some districts are voluntarily banning cell phones in schools.

Holiday shoppers are feeling better about the U.S. and Michigan economies.Economists credit holiday shoppers having a few extra dollars in their pockets…